White-Collar Defense & Investigations

Whether it’s a government investigation, complex criminal prosecution, civil enforcement proceeding, or internal investigation, Goldberg Kohn's white-collar defense and investigations team is trusted to respond quickly, strategically and discreetly. We defend companies and individuals facing criminal exposure, affirmative civil enforcement, and parallel investigations, helping them protect what matters most: their reputation, operations, and future.

Led by a former federal prosecutor with deep experience in False Claims Act and financial crimes cases, our team understands how cases are built and how to get ahead of them. We expeditiously break down the issues, identify practical options, and chart a clear path forward—all while maintaining discretion and sound judgment, and staying focused on a resolution.

We represent clients in matters involving the DOJ, CBP, SEC, FTC, CFTC, HHS-OIG, IRS, FINRA, FDIC, OCC, state attorneys general, and other federal and state enforcement agencies. We assist in responding to subpoenas and Civil Investigative Demands, negotiating resolutions, and coordinating defense strategies. When trial is the best option, we draw on our trial experience to fight hard for our clients.

Our team also conducts internal investigations into allegations of financial misconduct, regulatory breaches, harassment, discrimination and ethics violations, bringing independent judgment to difficult matters. We advise boards, executives and in-house counsel on investigation protocols, privilege preservation, document holds and remediation. We also prepare clients for possible follow-on regulatory or civil actions stemming from investigation findings.

We move fast to rapidly assess exposure, manage risk, and execute a unified strategy. Our teams are built to resolve issues from every angle, without delay or distraction, and navigate the complexities and sensitivities of internal investigations.